Seetzenia orientalis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
502673
Status:
valid
Authors:
Decne.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 3: 281 (1835)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000502005
Common Names
- Seetzenia orientalis
- Oriental Seetzenia
- Oriental Seetzen
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Seetzenia orientalis (also called Oriental seetzenia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Asia. It has a woody stem and produces small, yellow flowers. It is found in wet grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Seetzenia orientalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Seetzenia orientalis has small, yellow flowers with white lips. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, round and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Seetzenia orientalis is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall. The plant can be divided in the spring.
Where to Find Seetzenia orientalis
Seetzenia orientalis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America.
Seetzenia orientalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Seetzenia orientalis?
Seetzenia orientalis
What type of plant is Seetzenia orientalis?
A perennial herb
Where is Seetzenia orientalis found?
It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and wet woods
Species in the Seetzenia genus
Species in the Zygophyllaceae family
Balanites aegyptiaca, Balanites angolensis, Balanites glabra, Balanites maughamii, Balanites pedicellaris, Balanites rotundifolia, Balanites roxburghii, Balanites triflora, Balanites wilsoniana, Balanites aegyptiacus, Balanites wilsonianus, Bulnesia chilensis, Bulnesia foliosa, Bulnesia retamo, Bulnesia rivas-martinezii, Bulnesia schichendanzii, Bulnesia schickendantzii, Guaiacum coulteri, Guaiacum officinale, Guaiacum palmeri, Guaiacum sanctum, Guaiacum unijugum, Guaiacum nellii, Kallstroemia pubescens, Kallstroemia maxima, Kallstroemia californica, Kallstroemia grandiflora, Kallstroemia hirsutissima, Kallstroemia parviflora, Kallstroemia perennans, Kallstroemia adscendens, Kallstroemia tucumanensis, Kallstroemia tribuloides, Kallstroemia incana, Kallstroemia rosei, Kallstroemia boliviana, Kallstroemia pennellii, Kallstroemia peninsularis, Kallstroemia standleyi, Kallstroemia mexicana, Kallstroemia curta, Kallstroemia hintonii, Kelleronia gillettiae, Kelleronia splendens, Kelleronia revoilii, Larrea simulans, Larrea ameghinoi, Larrea divaricata, Larrea cuneifolia, Larrea nitida,
References
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:873377-1: Based on the initial data import